Old Dominion, Riley Green & Keith Urban To Headline Big Valley Jamboree

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Old Dominion, Riley Green and Keith Urban are set to headline the 34th edition of Big Valley Jamboree, taking place July 20 to Aug. 2 in Camrose, AB. Nate Smith will set the tone for the weekend at Thursday’s Kickoff Party in the Coors Original Saloon.

“As we celebrate the incredible history of Big Valley Jamboree, this lineup feels like the perfect way to honour where we’ve been and where we’re headed,” says Troy Vollhoffer, CEO, Country Thunder. “Keith Urban, Old Dominion and Riley Green each bring something unique to the stage, and together they capture the spirit of what BVJ is all about: great music, great community and memories that last long after the weekend ends.”

Along with the headliners, Big Valley Jamboree will feature performances from Cameron Whitcomb, Noeline Hoffman, Gavin Adcock, Chas Rice, Robyn Ottolini, Sacha, Josh Stumpf, Morgan Klaiber, Travis Dolter, Sully Burrows, The Dead South and Morgan Kaliber, Mark Chesnutt, Billy Dean & Collin Raye and Logan Layman.

All tickets and camping packages are available now at bigvalleyjamboree.com.

Marc Zelanko Joins ASCAP As Chief Of Staff

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Marc Zelanko. Photo: Juan Patino

Marc Zelanko has joined ASCAP as Chief of Staff. He will report directly to CEO Elizabeth Matthews. Zelanko brings extensive experience in operations management, partnerships, transformation and chief-of-staff functions to the organization.

Zelanko comes to ASCAP from Paramount Global, where he spent the last 20 years. At Paramount, he spearheaded strategic initiatives that spurred growth, strengthened operations and created efficiencies across global teams, including creating CEO-level senior leadership forums, leading the COVID Task Force, reducing liabilities, and coordinating the Viacom Marketing Council.

Additionally, he helped scale Scratch, a creative SWAT team and consultancy born out of MTV. Before Paramount, he spent time at Booz Allen Hamilton as an associate. Zelanko is graduate of Harvard University and earned his MBA at Harvard Business School.

“Marc is the perfect fit to help ASCAP deliver on our mission to grow revenues and drive efficiencies for the benefit of our more than 1.1 million songwriters, composers and music publishers,” says Matthews. “He brings a wealth of experience working cross-functionally to lead complex global initiatives, and we are excited to add him to our senior leadership team.”

“ASCAP has a mindset of innovation and evolution to meet the changing needs of its members and licensees,” adds Zelanko. “I look forward to bringing my expertise to ASCAP’s mission in support of improving the future for its songwriters, composers and music publishers.”

Jon Pardi To Take ‘Honkytonk Hollywood Tour’ Overseas In 2026

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Jon Pardi. Photo: Evan De Stefano

Jon Pardi is taking his “Honkytonk Hollywood Tour” overseas to the UK in May 2026.

The tour will visit London, Manchester, Newcastle, Glasgow and Belfast through May 23, and Randall King will join him on select dates overseas. Fans can purchase tickets to the just-added UK dates beginning Friday, Nov. 28 at JonPardi.com. Prior to the UK tour, he’ll play shows in March in Louisiana, South Carolina, and Kentucky backed by Ashley Cooke and Zach John King.

In the coming weeks Pardi will perform at The National Christmas Tree Lighting, presented by the National Park Foundation and the National Park Service, which airs on Great American Family Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. CT and on Great American Pure Flix through Jan. 31. He is also set to perform on one of college football’s biggest stages during the Big 12 Championship Game halftime show on Dec. 6 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, with kickoff at 11 a.m. CT on ABC. And Pardi wraps up his year with a festive run of “The Christmas Show Tour” dates throughout Florida.

“Honkytonk Hollywood Tour” 2026 Dates:
3/20/26 – Bossier City, LA – Brookshire Grocery Arena
3/21/26 – Lafayette, LA – Cajundome
3/26/25 – Greenville, SC – Bon Secours Wellness Arena
3/27/25 – Pikeville, KY – Appalachian Wireless Arena
5/15/26 – London, UK – Highways at Royal Albert Hall
5/16/26 – Manchester, UK – O2 Apollo
5/19/26 – Newcastle, UK – City Hall
5/20/26 – Glasgow, UK – O2 Academy
5/23/26 – Belfast, N.I. – Waterfront Hall

Dreamcatcher Artists & ONErpm Partner For Tenille Arts’ Next Album

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Pictured (L-R): Craig Campbell, Campbell Entertainment; Debbye Scroggins, Dreamcatcher Entertainment; Tenille Arts; Ryan Cunningham, ONErpm; and Lindsey Terry, ONErpm. Photo: Chelsea Giberson

Dreamcatcher Artists have teamed up with ONErpm for Tenille Arts‘ upcoming album. The first single from the project, “Don’t Ruin Flowers,” will be released Dec. 5. The album is expected to be announced in summer 2026.

Arts co-penned the new tune alongside Ryan Kohn and Lydia Sutherland, with Kohn on production. The track will be accompanied by an official music video which will be released in early December.

Arts has spent the past year on her own headline tour across the UK, as well as support slots for Luke Bryan and Walker Hayes. Her 202o hit “Somebody Like That” made history as the first No. 1 written, produced and performed by all females. Across her catalog, she has earned a 2x Platinum album, two Gold certifications, and has garnered a billion streams.

“Emmanuel Zunz and his Team at ONErpm have been passionate about Tenille for several years,” says Dreamcatcher Entertainment Group CEO Powell Hedley. “They stepped up in a profound manner—clearly showing that they understand what it takes to make a meaningful impact for Tenille on a global scale. We are committed to ensuring we have the tools and team necessary so that our artists’ dreams are met. We are grateful to our investors, our team and ONErpm for making this exciting moment possible. Onward and Upward!”

Spotify Holds Industry Brunch In Nashville

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Spotify team. Photo: Courtesy of Spotify

Spotify celebrated the 2025 CMA Awards with an intimate networking brunch last week that brought together Nashville’s country music labels, managers and songwriter community.

The event was held at Harriet’s at 1 Hotel. Guests enjoyed an avocado toast bar with Bloody Mary’s and other cocktails.

Photo: Courtesy of Spotify

Photo: Courtesy of Spotify

Photo: Courtesy of Spotify

Photo: Courtesy of Spotify

Photo: Courtesy of Spotify

Riley Green Holds No. 1 Spot On MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart

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Riley Green. Photo: David Higgs

Riley Green continues to hold the top position on the MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart. His solo-penned Ella Langley duet “Don’t Mind If I Do” gives him the No. 1 spot for the seventh consecutive week.

Blake Pendergrass remains at N0. 2 with “20 Cigarettes,” “Ain’t A Bad Life,” “Heart Of Stone,” “I Got Better,” “Just In Case” and “Wish You Well.” Charlie Handsome stays at No. 3 with “Hell At Night,” “Holy Water,” “I Ain’t Comin’ Back,” “I Got Better,” “I’m The Problem,” “Just In Case” and “What I Want.”

Chase McGill (No. 4) and Bruce Robison (No. 5) round out this week’s top five.

The weekly MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart uses algorithms based upon song activity according to airplay, digital download track sales and streams. This unique and exclusive addition to the MusicRow portfolio is the only songwriter chart of its kind.

Click here to view the full MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart.

Zach Bryan Slates ‘With Heaven On Tour’

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Zach Bryan. Photo: Clay Gibson

Zach Bryan is gearing up for his biggest international tour yet with the announcement of his “With Heaven On Tour” launching Mar. 7, 2026 at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis. The trek features more than 40 shows across North America and Europe, including stops in London, Berlin, Oslo, Cork, San Diego and Arlington before wrapping on Oct. 10 at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, AL.

Joining Bryan on select dates are Kings of Leon, Dijon, Alabama Shakes, Ben Howard, Caamp, MJ Lenderman, Gregory Alan Isakov, J.R. Carroll, Gabriella Rose, Keenan O’Meara and Fey Fili.

Bryan also recently confirmed that his next album, With Heaven on Top, is set for release Jan. 9, 2026.

“With Heaven On Tour” Dates:
March 7 – St. Louis, Mo. – The Dome at America’s Center w/ Caamp, J.R. Carroll
March 14 – Tampa, Fla. – Raymond James Stadium w/ Caamp, J.R. Carroll
March 21 – San Antonio, Texas – The Alamodome w/ Caamp, J.R. Carroll
March 28 – Baton Rouge, La. – Tiger Stadium w/ Caamp, J.R. Carroll
April 11 – Louisville, Ky. – L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium w/ Kings of Leon, J.R. Carroll
April 18 – Charlotte, N.C. – Bank of America Stadium w/ Caamp, J.R. Carroll
April 25 – Lincoln, Neb. – Memorial Stadium w/ Kings of Leon, J.R. Carroll
May 2 – Starkville, Miss. – Davis Wade Stadium w/ Dijon, J.R. Carroll
May 9 – Cleveland, Ohio – Huntington Bank Field w/ Dijon, J.R. Carroll
May 27 – San Sebastián, Spain – Donostia Arena w/ Ben Howard, Keenan O’Meara
May 31 – Berlin, Germany – Waldbühne w/ Ben Howard, Keenan O’Meara
June 3 – Oslo, Norway – Unity Arena w/ Ben Howard, Keenan O’Meara
June 6 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Parken w/ Ben Howard, Keenan O’Meara
June 9 – Eindhoven, Netherlands – Philips Stadion w/ Ben Howard, Keenan O’Meara
June 12 – Liverpool, U.K. – Anfield Stadium w/ Dijon, Fey Fili
June 14 – Edinburgh, U.K. – Scottish Gas Murrayfield w/ Dijon, Fey Fili
June 16 – London, U.K. – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium w/ Dijon, Fey Fili
June 17 – London, U.K. – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium w/ Dijon, Fey Fili
June 20 – Cork, Ireland – Páirc Uí Chaoimh w/ Dijon, Fey Fili
June 21 – Cork, Ireland – Páirc Uí Chaoimh w/ Dijon, Fey Fili
June 23 – Belfast, Northern Ireland – Boucher Playing Fields w/ Dijon, Fey Fili
June 24 – Belfast, Northern Ireland – Boucher Playing Fields w/ Dijon, Fey Fili
July 31 – San Diego, Calif. – Snapdragon Stadium w/ MJ Lenderman, Fey Fili
August 1 – San Diego, Calif. – Snapdragon Stadium w/ MJ Lenderman, Fey Fili
August 7 – Salt Lake City, Utah – Rice-Eccles Stadium w/ MJ Lenderman, Fey Fili
August 13 – Denver, Colo. – Empower Field at Mile High w/ MJ Lenderman, Fey Fili
August 14 – Denver, Colo. – Empower Field at Mile High w/ MJ Lenderman, Fey Fili
August 22 – Arlington, Texas – AT&T Stadium w/ MJ Lenderman, Fey Fili
September 5 – Glendale, Ariz. – State Farm Stadium w/ MJ Lenderman, Fey Fili
September 18 – Dover, Del. – The Woodlands w/ Kings of Leon, Gabriella Rose, Fey Fili
September 19 – Dover, Del. – The Woodlands w/ Alabama Shakes, Gabriella Rose, Fey Fili
October 2 – Foxborough, Mass. – Gillette Stadium w/ Gregory Alan Isakov, Gabriella Rose
October 3 – Foxborough, Mass. – Gillette Stadium w/ Gregory Alan Isakov, Gabriella Rose
October 10 – Auburn, Ala. – Jordan-Hare Stadium w/ Gregory Alan Isakov, Gabriella Rose

Lainey Wilson’s ‘Peace, Love, & Cowboys (Holiday Edition)’ EP Now Available on CD, Vinyl

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Lainey Wilson‘s festive new holiday EP, Peace, Love, & Cowboys (Holiday Edition), is available now on 12-inch vinyl, 7-inch vinyl and CD.

The project includes the title track along with “Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!” with Bing Crosby, as well as instrumental versions of both songs. The new release is just the latest in a series of milestones for Wilson, who hosted the 59th CMA Awards last week (the first solo female host since Reba McEntire in 1991), and also took home three trophies for Entertainer of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year and Album of the Year (for Whirlwind) and performed during the broadcast.

Wilson is set to perform during this week’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and is also the cover story of US Weekly’s Humankind Issue, highlighting her Heart Like A Truck Fund. She is heading into a big 2026 as well, with three nominations at the upcoming 68th Grammy Awards for Best Country Song (“Somewhere Over Laredo”), Best Country Solo Performance (“Somewhere Over Laredo”) and Best Country Duo/Group Performance (“Trailblazer” with Reba McEntire and Miranda Lambert). She’ll also make her feature film acting debut in next year’s adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s Reminders of Him. 

Opry Country Christmas Returns For Fifth Year

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The Grand Ole Opry will kick off its fifth annual Opry Country Christmas series on Nov. 30, with performances going through Dec. 23 for 11 total shows. Each show will combine performers’ original songs as well as renditions of Christmas classics.

Opry Country Christmas will be hosted by Larry Gatlin and feature performances from Dailey & Vincent, Lorrie Morgan, Ashley McBryde, Carly Pearce, Chris Janson, Lainey Wilson, Kathy Mattea, Scotty McCreery, Jon Pardi, The War And Treaty, Jamey Johnson, Brandon Heath, Maddox Batson, Rhett Akins, The McCrary Sisters, Drake Milligan, Maggie Rose, The Ornaments, John Foster, Asleep At The Wheel, Jason Crabb, Connie Smith, Marty Stuart, Maddie & Tae, The Isaacs, Mickey Guyton, Ricky Skaggs, Mark Wills, John Berry, Raelynn, Darin & Brooke Aldridge and Marcus King. More performers will be unveiled in the coming weeks. 

All Opry Country Christmas shows will air on WSM Radio as well as WSM and Opry digital platforms.

Additionally, A Grand Ole Opry Christmas will premiere this Saturday (Nov. 29) on Hallmark. Brad Paisley wrote the original music for the movie, and will also will perform. Portions of the movie were filmed at the Grand Ole Opry House. 

Tickets for all Opry Country Christmas shows are on sale now.

Switchfoot Inks With By Design, In Partnership With BMG

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Switchfoot

GRAMMY-winning band Switchfoot has signed a record deal with By Design, in partnership with BMG.

The alt-rock band is comprised of Jon Foreman (vocals, guitar), Tim Foreman (bass), Jerome Fontamillas (keys, guitar) and Chad Butler (drums). Since their formation, they have sold over 1o million copies across 13 studio albums. They have sold-out tours globally, with 5 million concert tickets sold in over 40 countries. Their breakthrough album The Beautiful Letdown is 3x RIAA certified Platinum, and their Hello Hurricane record won a 2009 GRAMMY award.

“It’s been an incredible journey for this band of brothers, and yet it feels like we’re just getting started,” shares Jon Foreman “When we met the team at By Design, we found a common ground on purpose, creativity and the belief that music can change the world. This new partnership gives us fresh wind in our sails, and we can’t wait for what’s ahead.”

“We’ve been fans of Switchfoot not just for their music, but for who they are – their integrity, their generosity and their heart for people,” adds By Design Co-Founder, Jeremy Holley. “Jon is a poet for our generation, giving voice to both the ache and the hope of the human condition. From our first conversations, it was clear that our missions align. We’re excited to walk with them into this next season of creativity and impact.”